Welcome to DSSC!

From modest beginnings in 1947, the College today boasts of a well earned global reputaion and many laurels for excellence. Being one of the earliest institutions of its kind in the entire world to provide, under one roof, training to officers of the Army, the Navy and the Air Force, along with officers of the civil services, DSSC has acquired an enviable Reputation both at home and abroad for its pursuit of academic excellence. Situated in the lap of salubrious Nilgiris and surrounded by innumerable tea plantations and flora of all kinds, DSSC stands tall as an epitome of Indian military proficiency.

Commandant

LT GEN VIRENDRA VATS, YSM, SM, VSM

LT GEN VIRENDRA VATS, YSM, SM, VSM

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(08 Jun 2024)
"Make sure you have finished speaking before your audience has finished listening," said Dorothy Sarnoff. As part the Effective Communication Workshop at DSSC, Wellington, an enriching session on effective presentation skills & public speaking was conducted. Brig IPS Sethi from CDM_IDS Mr Dirish Mohan and Mrs Divya Agarwal, shared valuable insights on the topic and underscored the importance of clarity & brevity in communication.

(07 Jun 2024)
"Considering the importance of communication skills in staff work, a workshop on 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 was held at DSSC, Wellington. "Single biggest problem with communication is the illusion that it has taken place", said George Bernard Shaw. Acknowledged communication coaches Col Gopal Karunakaran, CEO Shiv Nadar Schools, Mr Dirish Mohan #ownthestage fame, Lt Col Rohit Agarwal, Academician, Dr Anubhuti Yadav from IIMC, Delhi and renowned authors Dr Pragya Bajpai, Mrs Mona Yadav gave valuable insights and provided guidance to the student officers on effective communication.

(05 Jun 2024)
"National Security Strategy requires foresight, adaptability, and unwavering commitment to protect our National Interests." Lt Gen Virendra Vats, Commandant DSSC, Wellington presented a holistic perspective on National_Security_Strategy to the 80th Staff Course. His talk elaborated the concept of a NationState & the inalienable juxtaposition of National_Interests & National_Security. The talk provided insights to our FutureLeaders into the nation's Strategic_Culture and elements of National_Power.

(03 Jun 2024)
"Unity in strategy, strength in synergy" Breaking ground at DSSC, Wellington! The 80th Staff Course unveils 'Deep Purple Division' - a TriServices vision for 40 student officers. With an integrated curriculum, this initiative enhances JointnessAndIntegration for future Military Leaders & prepares them for challenging staff appointments required in Theaterisation.

(03 Jun 2024)
80th Staff Course commenced at DSSC, Wellington, a premier tri-services training institution, on 03 Jun 24 with Lt Gen Virendra Vats, Commandant addressing the course. 480 select officers from the Indian Armed Forces including 38 from 26 Friendly_Foreign_Countries will undergo training for 45 weeks. The course is aimed at preparing junior level officers to handle Staff & Command functions across the entire spectrum of conflict. The course entails a focussed endeavour at enhancing TriServices Jointness And Integration.

(01 Jun 2024)
Faculty Development Programme conducted at DSSC, Wellington as a prelude to commencement of Staff Course - 80. The six day programme saw insightful sessions by eminent academia including Mr Sanjeev Chopra, IAS (Retd) & Prof Sudhir Voleti, ISB who shared their experiences & views on Innovative learning & training of trainers. Military scholars including Col MK Mandanna (Retd) & Capt (IN) Raghavendra Mishra (Retd) deliberated upon Effective Communication & Operational Art..

(13 Apr 2024)
Convocation Ceremony for 79th Staff Course was conducted at DSSC, Wellington on 13 Apr 24. Lt Gen Virendra Vats, Commandant DSSC delivered the Convocation Address. 476 officers including 36 Officers from 26 Friendly_Foreign_Countries graduated from the College. The Commandant exhorted FutureLeaders to continue in their pursuit for knowledge & be the harbinger of change in the ArmedForces, promoting JointCulture & ethos, imbibed by them while at the DSSC.

(13 Apr 2024)
𝐃𝐒𝐒𝐂 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲 Meritorious Officers excelling in Military Studies and Groups achieving distinction in Exercises & Research Projects were awarded medals & felicitated at DSSC, Wellington. The 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐰 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥 was awarded to three officers from Indian Army, Indian Navy & Indian Air Force for Overall Best in order of merit in their respective service. Maj C Teeneshwaran from the Republic of Singapore was awarded 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥, on being adjudged the Best amongst International Student Officers..

(09 Apr 2024)
Chiefs of Operations, Intelligence, Training and Force Development from HQ_IDS, TriServices representatives of Dept of Mil Affairs DMA, Heads of Andaman & Nicobar Command ANC and Strategic Forces Command SFC, Commandants of NDA, DSSC, CDM & MILIT as well as Heads of AFSOD, DSA, DCyA & DCA with their core groups participated. Discussions held on Force modernization, procurement, training and adaptation & collaboration while embracing emerging & innovative technologies. National Strategic Issues impacting NationalSecurity in both, the civil & military domains deliberated.

(08 Apr 2024)
General Manoj Pande COAS addressed the student officers from the Indian Armed Forces & Friendly_Foreign_Countries undergoing the 79th Staff Course & the faculty members at DSSC, Wellington. COAS dwelt upon the transformation reforms underway in the IndiaArmy to ensure victory in future wars. He also exhorted all officers to remain abreast with the latest technological developments & imperative need of TriServicesSynergy & Jointmanship.

(05 Apr 2024)
General Anil Chauhan, CDS, visited DSSC, Wellington & addressed the student officers of 79 Staff Course from Indian Armed Forces and Friendly_Foreign_Countries. CDS dwelled on the transformative reforms undertaken in Indian Military in the backdrop of emerging security challenges. He highlighted the need for Military Leaders to adapt to the changing character of war and underscored importance of Inter Service Synergy. He was briefed by the Commandant on ongoing training activities at the College, where, due emphasis was laid on fostering Jointmanship & inter-services awareness.

(05 Apr 2024)
Amb Vinay Kumar, Ambassador (Designate) to the Russian Federation called on Lt Gen DS Rana, Director General Defence Intelligence Agency DIA of HQIDS. Discussions held on measures to strengthen Defence Cooperation between India and Russia.

(04 Apr 2024)
AVM Venkat T Mare, ACAS (Training), AirHQ, addressed the Student Officers of Air Wing 79 Staff Course at DSSC, Wellington on "Training Architecture of Indian Air Force IAF".Aspects of transformation of the training paradigm, changes in Professional Military Education PME and the drivers for such change discussed. The ACAS also touched upon issues of training of Agniveer Vayu and aspects of Joint Training.

(02 Apr 2024)
Maj Gen K Narayanan (Retd) addressed the officers of 79 Staff Course at DSSC, Wellington on '𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐬'. The talk by the veteran Scholar Warrior, provided important insights to FutureLeaders of the Indian Armed Forces on the strategic functions & pivotal role of the DMA in National Security.

(29 Mar 2024)
AVM Jagjeet Singh Bhalla, Judge Advocate General Air HQ, addressed the officers of Air Wing undergoing the 79 Staff Course at DSSC, Wellington. The JAG apprised FutureLeaders on the aspects of Concurrent Jurisdiction, salient aspects of the Air Force Act, Distillate of Disciplinary Procedures, with emphasis on practical issues. The future roadmap of Command, Control and Discipline Bill, 2023 was also discussed.

(28 Mar 2024)
Admiral R Hari Kumar, the Chief of Naval Staff addressed the 79 Staff Course at DSSC, Wellington. CNS shed light on the Maritime legacy of India and highlighted the transformation of IndianNavy into a CombatReady, Credible, Cohesive & FutureProof force employing the tenets of Atmanirbharta.He also elaborated some of the recently conducted operations by IndianNavy, including anti-piracy missions, and underscored the importance of JointnessAndIntegration within the

(28 Mar 2024)
𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 conducted at DSSC, Wellington towards shaping the strategic outlook of FutureLeaders of the IndianArmedForces.Intriguing talks & deep insights given on contemporary issues by eminent personalities from the TriServices and Think Tanks. Mr Himanshu Saxena, CEO, Centre of Strategic Mindset opened the Seminar with cross organisational inputs on,"How to Stay Relevant & What Makes You Capable to Lead".

(26 Mar 2024)
Enlightening talk on 'Constitution of India' by Prof (Dr) A David Ambrose, former Head, Dept of Legal Studies, Univ of Madras to the Junior Leadership of IndianArmedForces at DSSC, Wellington.Officers developed a deeper understanding of the Constitutional framework and its applicability to the Armed Forces, alongwith detailed insights into contemporary issues.

(22 Mar 2024)
Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, CAS, addressed the 79th SC & Staff of Defence Services Staff College DSSC, Wellington. He elucidated the need for joint planning and capabilitydevelopment plan for the Indian Air Force IAF. CAS discussed national security issues, challenges confronting the IAF, Atmanirbharta in #Defence & Vision2032 commemorating 100 yrs of IAF.

(09 Mar 2024)
HQ addressed DSSC Wellington & enlightened Air Wing officers on 'Transforming HR Management of IAF to meet Contemporary Challenges' and 'Management of Officers Cadre in IAF'.

(07 Mar 2024)
Future Leaders of Indian Armed Forces at DSSC given a reality check on India 100.Emerging dynamics of InternalSecurity & its challenges debated by the panel chaired by SameerP_IND alongwith with praveenswami yashoazad, Ms Prabha Rulliao & Mr Rajiv Sinha IndiaAt100

(07 Mar 2024)
Day 2 of India@100 seminar at DSSC Wellington with @orfonline witnessed a masterclass from @PankajSaran11 on India's multi-alignment strategy with insights into partnerships & minilaterals in the Indian context.

(07 Mar 2024)
India 100 seminar culminated with disussions by power-packed multinational panel chaired by KabirTaneja with Kbsingh03 jomalhotra HTAlhasan birvadker& Ms Meera Shankar. A deep dive into strategic narratives, dissecting partnerships in the Indo-Pacific

(06 - 07 Mar 2024)
Thrilled to start Day 1 of Seminar on '𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝟏𝟎𝟎: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐀𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝'.Defence Services Staff College #DSSC teams up with @orforline for in-depth discussions on internal security, energy security, climate concerns & India's prosperous economic journey. Stay tuned for more insights!

(24 Jan 2024)
"In an environment of constrained finances, optimisation & jointness is the way forward".DSSC concluded a Defence Economy & Finance Seminar. Scholars & military subject matter experts addressed the issue holisticaly & shared their learned insights with budding Staff Officers.

(05 Jan 2024)
"Navigating the Interplay of India-China relations, "China Seminar" concluded at DSSC, Wellington; demystifying geo-economics, border complexities & the evolving regional landscape!Insightful perspectives from Ambassadors, Military experts, Academia & international voices made the seminar illuminating & challenged a few assumptions about India-China relations.

(19 Dec 2023)
Capsule" at DSSC Wellington.Development & integration of military space capabilities of the IndianArmedForces with public & private industry participation highlighted during talks by Air Cmde Ashish Baduni from Defence Space Agency, Dr Sudheer Kumar N, Director Capacity Building ProgrammeOffice ISRO and Lt Gen AK Bhatt (Retd), DG of Indian Space Association.

(14 Dec 2023)
"Maj General Andrew Roe CB, Chief Executive and Commandant, Defence Academy of the United Kingdom visited DSSC, Wellington.The visit is a significant step in fostering bilateral military cooperation & knowledge exchange.The Commandants' of the two institutions discussed aspects of emerging technologies, current trends in warfare and sharing of best practices between the two military institutions.

(08 Dec 2023)
"The Govt of Tamil Nadu & the Forest Deptt have facilitated in marking of the accident site with a solemn marker which has drawn tourists from all strata of society.Rear Adm Puruvir Das, Offg Comdt, DSSC laid a wreath at the memorial as a mark of respect for the departed souls.

(07 Dec 2023)
Mr Kundan Krishnan, Jt Secy NSCS, Shri Dilbag Singh, DGP (Retd) J&K, Mr Mahesh Dixit, Addl Dir, IB & Shri GP Singh, DGP Assam enlightened the staff & student officers of DSSC on the dynamics of internal security.

(07 Dec 2023)
"Internal Security Challenges impinge directly on the social fabric and stability of India".The Seminar on Internal Security held at DSSC was a deep dive into the myriad aspects of the Nation's security with special reference to J&K's intricate landscape & the pulse of NE India.

(06 Dec 2023)
Empowered discussions at the Seminar on "AI, ML & Semiconductor Geopolitics" held at DSSC.Eminent speakers shared insights & imperatives for IndianArmedForces forces as we navigate the future of technolog"

(25 Nov 2023)
"Born in the largest; living in the oldest democracy, I know it for a fact that these democracies depend on competent Armed Forces"Discoursing on Leadership & Transformation at DSSC, Ms Indra Nooyi dwelt on contemporary challenges in leadership & organizational transformation

(25 Nov 2023)
"Corporate world is 'profit driven', Armed Forces is 'purpose driven; but leadership in both these worlds have a lot in common".Ms Nooyi highlighted the leadership role of women in Armed Forces in an engaging conversation at DSSC Wellington

(15 Nov 2023)
'India forging new ties; Oman seems to be closer to Gujarat than Gujarat is to Odisha'. 'Peace is not bought in Kashmir post abrogation of Article 370...... Peace is the new normal'.Dr Ram Madhav delivers talk"Dynamics in West Asia & Kashmir in post-Article 370 Era" at DSSC

(15 Nov 2023)
Tri services delegation from MILIT & DSSC conducts annual 'Management & Technology Studies' Capsule at Defence Services Command & Staff College, Sri Lanka for collaboration on niche technologies. Maj Gen Lasantha Rodrigo, Comdt DSCSC & Cmde Rajesh Chaterjee, DCCI MILIT interact

(21 Oct 2023)
The Seminar focused upon developing a nuanced sense of understanding of the strategic challenges to Indo-Pak relations amongst the Junior Leadership attending Staff Course at DSSC.

(31 Oct 2023)
RunForUnity was organised at DSSC showcasing the steadfast resolve amongst the IndianArmedForces towards promoting NationalIntegration. The run has left its mark, weaving unity & togetherness in every stride.

(30 Oct 2023)
Where Warroirs are Forged The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence visited #DSSC Wellington & reviewed the training being imparted to officers of IndianArmedForces & Friendly_Foreign_Countries.SCOD appreciated the high standards of professionalism at the #DSSC

(19 Oct 2023)
1000 Trees Planted at DSSC Wellington under "GoGreen - BreatheClean" drive headed by Lt Gen Virendra Vats, Commandant, Smt M Aruna, IAS, DC Nilgiris & Mr Devaraj, IFS, DFO. It underscored the urgent call for environmental conservation towards a greener & healthier planet

(10 Oct 2023)
"Navigating Strategic Realities : Decoding the Pakistan Enigma" Eminent Diplomats, Scholars & Military Leadership including Mr Ajay Bisaria, Mr Sharat Sabharwal, Mr Husain Haqqani, Dr Shalini Chawla & Maj Gen SS Virk shared insights at the Seminar coducted at DSSC Wellington.

(16 Sep 2023)
AVM Vivek Blouria, Comdt MILIT Pune visited DSSC Wellington to oversee joint training aspects of DSTSC-06 (Air Force) being conducted at DSSC & forging best practices of the two premier AFTIs.

(16 Sep 2023)
Deliberations were carried out on challenges & opportunities of Emerging Future Technologies for the #ArmedForces with Lt Gen Virender Vats, Comdt DSSC.

(16 Sep 2023)
A well structured DefenceBudget is the Shield that ensures wise procurement." An expose to macro facets of Defence Budget was undertaken by Lt Gen Subrata Saha (Retd), ex DCOAS (P&S) at DSSC for Student Officers & Faculty.

(01 Sep 2023)
On 01 Sep 23 Mr Nitin Gokhale, eminent author & strategic analyst addressed students & faculty at DSSC on 'Engagement with Media - Imperatives for Military'. Dynamics of Military-Media Relations & importance of MediaStrategy in furtherence of military objectives were discussed

(09 Aug 2023)
LtGenUpendraDwivedi, ArmyCdrNC visited Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington TamilNadu, interacted with the Directing Staff, Student Officers from Indian Defence Forces and Friendly Foreign Countries DSSC-79 and acquainted them with Operational Dynamics along Northern Borders. Student Officers were briefed about the unique challenges' of NorthernCommand. Army Cdr exhorted the Student Officers to understand the importance of varied terrain and operational requirements to protect the national interests.

(30 June 2023)
Nandan Nilekani, Co-founder and Chairman, Infosys Technologies, Infosys gave a talk on "Digital Transformation of India" at #DSSC, Wellington. Talk focussed on India's digital landscape, role of technology to foster inclusive growth & road-map for India's digital transformation.

(28 June 2023)
Seminar on "Unmanned Aerial Systems & Counter Measures" held at DSSC. Lt Gen Sunil Srivastava (Retd), AVM PV Shivanand, Brig Manish Kumar & Mr Ezhilan Nanmaran ideaforge_tech spoke on technological developments, threats & application of UAS technologies in the Indian context.

(27 June 2023)
Panel discussion on "Non-Kinetic Warfare (NKW)" held at DSSC, Wellington. Lt Gen (Dr) Ravindra Panwar (Retd), Brig Ramesh Balan (Retd) and Cdr Manish Tiwari (Retd), CIO Fractal AI Solutions discussed global trends in IW, AI & NKW in the cyber, space & psychological domains.

(21 June 2023)
International Yoga Day 2023 celebrated at Defence Services Staff College, Wellington DSSC with a yoga session that saw more than 400 enthusiastic participants, including staff, faculty, students officers and their families. The session was led by certified yoga teachers.

(12 June 2023)
Workshop on Verbal Expression & Written Competencies held at DSSC,Wellington.Experts spoke on importance of futuristic thinking & communication skills.Akbaruddin lndia delivered the keynote address on Scientific ways to Nurture the Cognitive process of Verbal Expression...

(05 June 2023)
The 79th Staff Course commenced at Defence Services Staff College, Wellington DSSC on June 5 with Lt Gen Virendra Vats, Comdt, delivering the opening address. The coveted course comprises 482 specially selected tri-services officers including 40 officers from foreign countries..

(15 Apr 2023)
Convocation ceremony of 78th Staff Course held at DSSC, Wellington on 15 April 2023. 479 Tri-Service officers including 39 officers from foreign countries successfully graduated the prestigious course. askhimanshurai Director IIM, Indore IIM_I delivered the valedictory address.

(04 Apr 2023)
Panel discussion on Works & Defence Infrastructure Mgmt held at DSSC, Wellington. Lt Gen Suresh Sharma, (Retd), Lt Gen Adosh Kumar adgpi , Air Cmde B K Sharma IAF_MCC & Cmde A N Satish indiannavy shared their experiences with officers undergoing the prestigious Staff Course.

(29 Mar 2023)
Maj Manik M Jolly, (Retd) gave a talk at DSSC, Wellington on "Weaponisation of Social Media (SM) Space". He dwelt upon the dynamics at play in SM, the ever increasing impact of the SM, and ways to optimally exploit the reach and impact of SM for putting across own view point.

(23 Mar 2023)
Adm R Hari Kumar, #CNS gave a talk on contemporary national security & geo-political issues at #DSSC, Wellington. He spoke on maritime competition in the Indian Ocean & #IndoPacific region & Indian Navy's efforts to achieve self reliance in tech & manufacturing #atmanirbharbharat.

(21 Mar 2023)
Lt Gen AK Singh, GOC-in-C @IaSouthern gave a talk on "Leadership in the Current Environment" at #DSSC Wellington. #ArmyCdr_SC exhorted young tri-service military leaders undergoing the prestigious Staff Course to adapt and be prepared to lead in a #VUCA environment in the future.

(13 Mar 2023)
Air Marshal BR Krishna, CISC, gave a talk on "Perspective on Major Tri Services Initiatives" at #DSSC, Wellington. He also presided over the 5th Conclave of Comdts of Training Institutions & War Colleges which brainstormed on conduct of military education to prepare mil leaders.

(17 Feb 2023)
A 2 day seminar on #China held at #DSSC, Wellington. 13 Eminent panelists- military scholars, retired diplomats, academia & domain experts- participated. Discussions ranged from China's ambitions, challenges & opportunities; implications for India, regional & international order.

(14 Feb 2023)
Air Mshl SP Dharkar , AOC-in-C, EAC delivered a talk at #DSSC, Wellington on ‘Northern Front Strategy'. Talk focussed on challenges of terrain & weather, enemy capability & strategy to effectively counter these through joint application of own strengths and capacity building.

(27 Dec 2022)
SAVM DV Khot, DG, Def Space Agency & Gp Capt Ajey Lele (Retd) spoke on "Indian Space Programme" at #DSSC Wellington. They highlighted space situational awareness, private sector participation to achieve #atmanirbharbharat, development of niche space technologies & future roadmap.

(10 Dec 2022)
State Govt probationers from #DrMarriChannaReddy Human Resource Development Institute of #Telangana visited #DSSC, Wellington. They visited the Heritage Hall to experience the history & culture of DSSC & were familiarised with the curriculum & training pedology of the college.

(07 Dec 2022)
Brig B D Mishra (Retd), Governor Arunachal Pradesh, addressed officers of 78th Staff Course on "Civil-Mil Relations" at #DSSC, Wellington. An alumnus, he has also been faculty at DSSC. Governor appreciated the high training standards & constant striving for excellence by DSSC.

(05 Dec 2022)
Gen Anil Chauhan, #CDS addressed faculty & student officers at #DSSC, Wellington on issues of national security & role of DMA. He appreciated the role of DSSC in training tri-service officers to meet contemporary & future challenges, while also fostering spirit of jointmanship.

(10 Nov 2022)
Brig Gen Mohammed Essa, Military Attache, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, visited DSSC, Wellington on November 10, 2022. He was given an overview of the academic program and training activities. He also interacted with the Saudi Officer undergoing the Staff Course at DSSC, Wellington.

(02 Nov 2022)
Lt Gen YK Joshi, Retd, gave a talk on 'Historical Perspective of India-China Relations & Implications on Unresolved Borders' at DSSC, Wellington. The talk on a topical issue of significance by the vastly experienced veteran officer helped put recent developments in perspective.

(02 Nov 2022)
Commemorating 60 years of Battle of Walong, team of officers from Eastern Comd gave a presentation at DSSC, Wellington highlighting operational & logistics lessons & grit & valour of units that participated in operations in challenging weather & terrain of Lohit Valley in 1962

(27 Oct 2022)
On the occassion of 76th Infantry Day, Lt Gen Virendra Vats, Comdt, DSSC and Lt Gen Devraj Anbu (Retd) laid wreaths at the Madras Regt Centre War Memorial at Wellington (Nilgiris) as a mark of respect & celebration of the valour of Infantrymen in a befitting ceremony today

(01 Sep 2022)
Lt Gen Virendra Vats assumed the appointment of Commandant, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington on September 01, 2022. On taking over reins of the historic tri-services institution, he complimented the faculty & staff for excellent standards of training & administration.

(20 May 2022)
Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamilnadu Shri M.K. Stalin visited the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington. Lt Gen S Mohan-Commandant, briefed about the college and training activities with special emphasis on symbiotic link between Nilgiris and DSSC over the last 75 years.

(16 Apr 2022)
Convocation Ceremony of the 77th Staff Course held at DSSC, Wellington.

(12 Apr 2022)
General MM Naravane, Chief of Army Staff delivered a virtual address to faculty and student officers of DSSC, Wellington.

(30 Mar 2022)
Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari, CAS addressed 77th Staff Course at DSSC, Wellington on important national security issues and challenges confronting the IAF.

(16 Mar 2022)
Admiral R Hari Kumar, Chief of Naval Staff #CNS visited #DSSC & addressed 77th Staff Course.

(16 Mar 2022)
The CNS appreciated the high standards of training and Jointmanship amongst the services. He exhorted all student officers to be the change catalyst in the new key appointments, which they would be tenating shortly.

(16 Mar 2022)
A two-day capsule on "Strategic Management and Organisation Behaviour" was conducted by the visiting faculty of College of Defence Management #CDM_IDS at #DSSC, Wellington for the benefit of Officers of the 77th Course..

(16 Mar 2022)
Tri-Services Officers were given an insight into net assessment and Organisation behaviour issues pertinent to their challenging future assignments.

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